Psychiatrist 2 (NY HELPS)

NY HELPS Yes

55-b/c Eligible No

Agency Children & Family Services, Office of

Title Psychiatrist 2 (NY HELPS)

Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

Salary Grade 38

Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range From $174020 to $324181 Annually

Employment Type Part-Time

Part-time Percent 0%

Appointment Type Permanent

Internship No

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 20

Workday

From 6 AM

To 6 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Monroe

Street Address Industry Secure Center

101 Ryder Hill Road

City Rush

State NY

Zip Code 14543

Duties Description The Psychiatrist 2 provides the medical management of residents with serious mental health needs, prescribing and monitoring the administration of psychotropic medication. They ensure a continuum of treatment for the youth from time of placement and refer for appropriate follow-up when the youth is returned to the community. Specifically, the Psychiatrist 2 provides direct clinical services to youth and coordinate, plan and oversee psychiatric care and support services for their treatment program within the OCFS Division of Juvenile Justice & Opportunities for Youth. The Psychiatrist 2 serves as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, attends meetings, and works to improve individual services and outcomes. They may assist in the development, implementation, and revision of psychiatric and other clinical policies and procedures. The Psychiatrist 2 is a critical component in maintaining the stability of the youth, thereby promoting a safe, secure and healthy environment both within the facility and ultimately in the community. The Psychiatrist 2 reports to the Facility Assistant Director for Treatment for administrative supervision and reports to the Supervising Psychiatrist for clinical supervision.

Minimum Qualifications Transfer: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in this title or in a title eligible for 70.1 transfer. Open to the Public: Possession of a license and current registration to practice medicine in New York State, and certification in psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.

Additional Comments Background Investigation Requirements:1) All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee’s employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information and may be required to pay any necessary fees. 2) All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees. 3) For Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY) prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable. The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. In furtherance of Executive Order 31 and OCFS’s mission to have a diverse workforce, all people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned, and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name New York State Office of Children and Family Services

Telephone 518-473-7936

Fax 518-473-6122

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street Bureau of Personnel - TAC

52 Washington Street, 231 North

City Rensselaer

State NY

Zip Code 12144

Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume and letter of interest to [email protected] You MUST include the Vacancy number of the position in the subject line of your email and/or cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. In order to qualify you for the position when you have current or prior New York State employment, you may be contacted by OCFS Personnel for your social security number to confirm your employment history.